2000 Dodge Dakota testing a battery

2000 DODGE DAKOTA
62,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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LANNYO
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i have a analog and a digital multimeter and how should i go about testing my battery with both of these meters and what should the readings be showing if the battery is good or bad. would i set the meters to the volt dial or what should i set the dial to to test the battery
Nov 11, 2008 at 5:59 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there ,

The multi meter will only show the voltage it should be around 12.5 Volts, , but it will not give a true indication as to its condition, you will need a hydrometer to test the specific gravity of the electrolyte or get the battery load tested.

mark (mhpautos)
Nov 11, 2008 at 6:03 PM
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